Mixdown Setup

This simple checklist will help get the mix started. Notice that, each time, we follow the signal path from its source to its destination.

❏Be sure the multitrack recorder is connected properly to the Tape In card(s).

❏Roll tape to verify signal at TAPE IN Fader Bank.

❏If any track reads excessively hot or cold on the D8B meter bridge, adjust the Digital Trim for a reading around -15 with no peaks (OL).

Pressing DIGITAL TRIM activates the channel V-Pots as digital input trim adjustments.

❏Select Master L/R in the Control Room section and adjust the speaker level to a moderately con- servative level (about 9:00).

CONTROL ROOM

2 TRACK A

DIGITAL IN 1

2 TRACK B

DIGITAL IN 2

2 TRACK C

MASTER

 

L-R

 

MONO

NEAR FIELD

MAIN

SPEAKERS

SPEAKER LEVEL

Digital clipping could occur if a signal going into the D8B is too hot. Noise could occur if the signal is too low. Even though the D8B has plenty of headroom and very little noise, it’s still a good idea to verify optimum levels.

❏With channel faders off, set the Master Fader at Unity.

❏It’s often recommended that you monitor from the output of the mixdown recorder.

If the outputs from the mixdown recorder are patched into the D8B 2-track or Digital inputs, simply select the mixdown recorder in the Control Room Section (Digital 1, Digital 2, 2 Tracks A–C).

❏Adjust the channel faders, dynamics, pan, effects, and EQ for an excellent mix.

❏Record the mix and enjoy the mind-boggling capabilities of the Mackie Digital 8•Bus.

D8B Manual • Chapter 4 • page 102